President John Dramani Mahama has launched the Ghana National Research Fund (GNRF) with a seed capital of GH¢100 million to strengthen research, innovation, and knowledge-driven development in Ghana.
The Fund will support competitive research grants, doctoral and postdoctoral programmes, priority national research initiatives, and the development of a modern digital grants management system.
At the launch, President Mahama challenged researchers and scientists to develop practical solutions to national challenges, emphasizing the need for research that drives job creation, industrial growth, agricultural transformation, and improved livelihoods.
The President also directed the relevant ministries to take steps towards increasing support for research and innovation while positioning Ghana to benefit from international partnerships and funding opportunities.
The establishment of the Ghana National Research Fund marks a significant step in advancing science, technology, and innovation as key pillars of Ghana’s development agenda.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana